Veteran services at Crowe's Mortuary & Crematory
For veterans in Rutherfordton, NC, Crowe's Mortuary & Crematory coordinates military honors and burial benefits. In its own description, the home mentions military funeral honors. On-site amenities include chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $1,800 for basic burial and $1,795 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: alternative cremation (resomation), burial services, graveside services, traditional cremation, memorial gathering, and direct cremation. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include chapel.
Published pricing at Crowe's Mortuary & Crematory: direct cremation from $1,795. That places direct cremation roughly 3% below the North Carolina median ($1,850). If the veteran qualifies for a VA burial allowance, the family claims it with VA Form 21P-530EZ. Ask whether the home will help you file it.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery in NC, about 29 miles from Crowe's Mortuary & Crematory. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
We list about 845 funeral homes in North Carolina. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Crowe's Mortuary & Crematory cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $1,795. Eligible veterans can offset these costs with a VA burial allowance, and burial in a VA national cemetery is provided at no charge.
Where is Crowe's Mortuary & Crematory located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Crowe's Mortuary & Crematory is located at 118 College Ave. in Rutherfordton, NC. You can reach the home at (828) 286-2304. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Crowe's Mortuary & Crematory offer veteran families?
Crowe's Mortuary & Crematory provides online financing, obituaries & tributes, flower delivery, online payments, alternative cremation (resomation), and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Crowe's Mortuary & Crematory help veterans with VA burial benefits?
In its own description of its veteran services, Crowe's Mortuary & Crematory mentions military funeral honors. Ask the home how VA burial benefits apply to your family.
Which faith traditions does Crowe's Mortuary & Crematory accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian, Jewish, Islamic, Methodist, Baptist families, among others.
What sets Crowe's Mortuary & Crematory apart
- Offering resomation (alkaline hydrolysis) as an alternative, environmentally conscious cremation option.
- Providing online financing through Lendmark Financial Services for funeral and cremation costs.
- 24-hour availability for immediate service needs.
- Extensive grief support programs, including "365 Days of Healing" daily emails and "52 Weeks of Support" weekly newsletters.
- Dedicated assistance in planning highly personalized "Celebration of Life" events.
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burial Services
- · Graveside Services
Cremation
- · Alternative Cremation (Resomation)
- · Ash Scattering Services
- · Traditional Cremation
- · Direct Cremation
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Lendmark Financial Services
Specialties
- · Resomation
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian, Jewish, Islamic, Methodist, Baptist, Episcopal. Languages spoken at the home: English.
Branches of service mentioned
Crowe's Mortuary & Crematory's description of its services mentions these branches:
How to request military funeral honors
By law (10 U.S.C. § 1491), an eligible veteran's funeral can include, on request, an honors detail of at least two service members who fold and present the U.S. flag to the family and play Taps. The funeral director usually makes the request and will need the veteran's DD214 or other discharge papers.
VA suggests asking at least 48 to 72 hours before the service. More on what honors include and how to request them.